Recent content by Lu_Na

Hello Our 1930’s is in need of repointing. It looks like different materials were used over time, with the lightest one on the photos crumbling out. The most recent repairs seem to have been done in cement. Considering the age of the house should we look at using lime mortar? I’ve read...

@Swwils I’ve read about 30mm rule earlier today, no idea why window installers and their surveyor didn’t mention this to us. We don’t have metal lintels, just concrete ones. Thank you for all the info!

Hi @Swwils Because it looks better! Our old windows weren’t fitted properly anyway, were really cold and we had issues with mould. The reveals were just covered with pvc. I’m keen to do it properly but unfortunately haven’t realised on time we need to close the gaps properly. Would kingspan be...

Hello everyone, I was hoping to get some advice on how to proceed with finishing off our windows. We had windows changed and moved forward so they sit flush with the outside wall. We’re left with cavity on the inside, which mostly have battens in the cavity gap (left, right and top side)...